A £70 million apartments development in the centre of
Peterborough has been singled out for a double accolade.
The landmark 315 home Indigo development in Cattle Market
Road, Northminster has been shortlisted for two national awards just months
after its completion. The nine storey development, which has just been
completed by social housing association Cross Keys Homes has been
nominated for the Housing Project of the Year and the Modern Methods of
Construction awards.
It has been recognised for its use of modern construction
techniques, such as light gauge steel framing and off-site manufacturing, which
saw construction times reduced by an estimated 20 to 30 percent compared to
traditional methods. The accuracy of these methods also benefits Indigo’s
residents, because the high environmental performance of their new homes will
have a positive impact on energy bills.
Claire Higgins, chief executive of Cross Keys Homes, said:
“Indigo has been underway for two-and-a-half-years and has required a huge team
effort. It is extremely rewarding to see that our homes at Indigo have not only
proven to be popular with the people who need them, but are also recognised as
a great example of an effective, modern development.”
The building offers one, two and three bedroom apartments
and duplexes, as well as 37 townhouses, which have been snapped up quickly due
to their sub-market rent charges, which are set at 80 percent of private rent
levels.
Claire said that Indigo has already welcomed a thriving and
diverse community of new residents with a connection to Peterborough and
a joint income of no more than £80,000 a year.
Making use of the views of Peterborough Cathedral and
a convenient central location, Indigo is the largest development Cross Keys
Homes has delivered to date.
Working with development contractor, Willmott Dixon, and
property consultants, Drees & Sommer UK, CKH delivered this project with a
focus on sustainable construction and sustainable living.
The Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority
provided £12.5 million grant funding for the Indigo development.
The results of the building awards will be announced in
November.
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